‘Providing the right care, at the right time, in the right place, every time’

At North West Ambulance Service (NWAS), our ambition and vision is to be the best ambulance service in the UK and we are passionate about patient care and the delivery of high quality services. We are one of the largest Ambulance Services in the country employing over 6,000 staff and serving a population of 7million which spans Cumbria, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside.

Due to the impending retirement of our current Director of Finance, we are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious candidate to play a central leadership role on our Board and help drive the continued transformation of our services. Whether an established or aspiring Director of Finance, you will quickly establish credibility both internally and externally, driving a culture of continuous improvement, productivity and value for money across all services ensuring NWAS’ ability to thrive in an increasingly challenging climate.

The Role:

Accountable to the Chief Executive and the Board of Directors for the overall financial performance of the Trust, for its relationship with financial partners and for ensuring that it meets all its financial duties.

Responsible for all aspects of financial strategy and financial governance in the Trust, acting as the Board’s lead financial advisor providing strategic financial leadership to the Board of Directors and the wider Trust.

Responsible for wider corporate functions including procurement, commercial contracts and patient transport services. The post holder will manage a large and complex estates portfolio encompassing our 109 dispersed locations and will lead on the development of a multifaceted fleet management strategy.

With a newly appointed Chief Executive this is an exciting time to be joining the Trust and the successful candidate will be an influential figure in our health system and will play a key part in shaping a new era for health services across the North West region.

For more information about this opportunity, including details of how to apply, please click on the 'Apply' button or call us on 0161 498 3414 quoting ref no. GCH/69312.